Description

2-Benzofuranthiol is a specialized sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound that serves as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a benzofuran core with a thiol group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity material is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the development of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Acts as a precursor or functional monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers, ligands for catalysis, and organic electronic materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a building block for synthesizing complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new reaction pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for preparing chelating agents and ligands in coordination chemistry and homogeneous catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Benzofuranthiol
CAS No.	66355-56-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6OS
Molecular Weight	150.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Benzofuryl mercaptan; 2-Mercaptobenzofuran; Benzofuran-2-thiol; 2-Benzofuranethiol; 2-Benzofurylthiol; 2-Hydroxybenzothiophene; 1-Benzofuran-2-thiol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Benzofuranthiol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation and light, prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.